Have you ever dreamed of sailing across the open ocean, feeling the wind in your hair and the sun on your face? It’s a thrilling adventure, but it also comes with its fair share of risks. In a new video, our friends Coop, a USCG Search and Rescue Veteran, shares some tragic mistakes that could leave you stranded at sea.
Even the most experienced sailors can find themselves in unfortunate situations, which is why it’s essential to be prepared and knowledgeable about safety at sea. Coop shares cautionary tales, debunks myths, and provides valuable resources for world cruisers. From tips on when to call the Coast Guard to best practices for using emergency beacons, this video is a must-watch for anyone planning a sailing adventure.
In addition to sharing critical safety information, the video also offers a glimpse into the unique lifestyle of Jason and Nikki Wynn, a couple of modern-day explorers and documentarians. Their curiosity and passion for alternative living have taken them on incredible journeys around the world, and their latest sailing adventure is no exception.
So whether you’re a seasoned sailor or just dreaming of setting off on your own sailing expedition, be sure to check out this video for invaluable tips and insights that could save you from a potentially dangerous situation at sea. Stay safe, stay curious, and happy sailing!
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Video “Tragic Mistakes That Will Leave You Stranded at Sea!” was uploaded on 10/06/2024. Watch all the latest Videos by Gone with the Wynns on Gretopia
Some years ago a top supplier (ACR) had a large EPIRB recall. Apparently the test button would make the test light work–but didn't actually test the transmitter. Oopsie.
There are a newer generation of EPIRBS that will actually transmit a test signal to your email account, so you will pay a little more but you get 100% confirmation that the whole system is functioning. ACR makes PLBs like his yellow mini which also have this (subscription?) option.
16:55 Another Coastie here. Another important thing with Epirbs is you're best bet is to tether it and make sure you keep it away from your body. If you keep it up close to your body your body will block the signal significantly attenuating the signal. Most epirbs have both the 406 and a 121.5 warble used for direction finding.
GOOD Good good, thanks!
Wow, so interesting! Thank you all!
And folks ask why Zodiac refuses to service life rafts over ten years old. It turns out that is a French government requirement. They condemn life rafts at ten years, because so many have extensive failures of the glued seams at that age.
Great info. Thanks for sharing.
Are you scared of pirates? What can you do when in the middle of night men with guns board your catamaran forcefully?
Outstanding information. 😊
I used to be a member of Civil Air Patrol. We were resposible for federal response to airplane crashes and inland SAR. I left in 2009 as the 406 mhz ELTs were becoming common but not yet mandated. Over 90% of our ELT searches were for non emergencies. Every one had to be prosecuted as a life and death SAR until it was found to be otherwise. Old batteries, hard landings, just cause the ELT decided it was lonely. Same frequency as EPIRBs. Several times boats on Sunday afternoons heading home after a day on the lake. This is one of the reason the old system was replaced with the 406 mhz.
Awesome vid with TONS of valuable (&possibly life saving) info. Should be mandatory in boating classes ❤
I'm just here to hear that guy say bat-er-ree over and over 😉
Great information,, very informative.
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Lovely PSA, Thanks
A lot of good information, But your example about calling the coast guard because crew was bleeding. You need to be knowledgeable about, stopping the bleeding yourself as bleeding can kill you faster than not breathing.
US coastguard is the best. Thank you
This is one of the best vlogs I have ever seen. THANK YOU ALL for this! I hope many, many people get to see what you have to say.
This made me think – in remote australia, people are supplied with a standard first aid kit so, if necessary, they can be instructed over the phone or radio and the doctor knows what resources are in the kit. Thus help is given even while the Flying Doctor is en route.
It seems to me that this standard first aid kit would be useful for boats so the person helping them can direct them to instruments or medicines accurately. A bit like “take bottle number three…”.
These kits are supplied to residents, not people driving through.
Excellent video.
Wonder if Coop was ever in Halifax on Eagle. I’ve been on her a few times when she’s visited. Great ship. It’s nice to debunk a lot of these myths about the coast guard.
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What a great episode!
Im a very experienced cruiser but this is some great info. Thanks. Great episode. What a win Wynn scenario you had there!
Awesome learning so much 😁
Solid and insightful information
"making each other better" … YES, that should be all of our goals 🙂
Lol he aid show me yours. And I will show you mine. Lol
Thanks for this one, useful? Yes. I can not speak highly enough of the UK coast guard. They are No. one pros.
So much valuable information, THANKYOU ❤ you might have just help safe my life one day
Brilliant
Very interesting and fun video!
That was one of the most interesting segments you have ever done I had an uncle who had engine trouble that came across the Columbia River bar under full sail because his axillary was out the Coast guard was duly impressed with the safety measures that he had on board and they were absolutely surprised when he came into their dock and their full sail and did not ram into their dock he had practiced that quite a bit in Portland sailing a 30 ft boat into a slip and he got very good at it great great information that's something everybody should see thank you to the Coast guard I have to think they're one of the most noble military units that we have because of what they do and how they do 🤠🥰😎🤠
I'd like to know if other countries' Rescue centers, Military or Coast Guard charges for their services?
Awesome content!
Very informative thank you.
Very useful information, thank you
Great information!
Sensational information
Just wondering with Star-link availability in a medical emergency you could face time to assist the medical professionals to actually see and talk to injured person??
Could be very handy in many situations?
Coop were you in HNL when air spur had a box of old ELTs in the office that someone kicked and activated the g-switch?
Very informative, especially deactivating old devices….who knew! 🤷🏻
Never mentioned what I think is number one question 😂 being boarded at sea , something that boaters always ask about and stress about.
Thank you, they should come back! This was amazing
Another awesome episode! Very useful information! Thanks for taking the time!😊
Very informative.
Great video, thank you.
Your content is incredible. Thank You!🙌
Great stuff. I'll for sure remember this.